A new backyard for Cornerstone
Last month we gave the backyard at Cornerstone a full makeover. Over three days in August we laid fresh grass from edge to edge and brought in big sandstone rocks to sit on, climb on and gather around.
The result is more room for everyone. More room for the kids to run, more room for a picnic rug, and more room to sit with a coffee or a drink and watch the afternoon go by. And no more mud after the rain.
Fresh lawn and sandstone rock seating
The new lawn is soft, green and built for a busy weekend. Around it sit chunky sandstone rocks, placed so there is always somewhere to perch. Parents use them as a seat with a coffee in hand, and kids use them as a playground. Picnic tables under the umbrellas give you a shady spot too.
A big thank you to Endless Turf, who laid the new grass, and NextGen Property Care, who helped get the whole space ready. They were incredible to work with and turned it around in three days.
Room for the kids, a coffee for you
This is the part we love most. The kids can play on the grass and the rocks while you sit close by with a coffee from Stable. It is the kind of space where an hour goes quickly and nobody is in a rush to leave. Bring the dog too. Dogs are welcome at Cornerstone.
Once it was finished, we asked local photographer Tari Peterson to capture it in use: mums on the grass, kids on the rocks and friends settling in for the afternoon. Every photo in this post is hers.
A drink on the lawn as the sun goes down
The backyard really comes alive in the late afternoon. With the festoon lights on and a drink in hand, it is our favourite place to finish the day, and it is home to our community evenings like Twilight at Stable.
Come and see it
Cornerstone Stores is at 570 Gold Coast Highway, Tugun, directly opposite Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. We are open seven days, with free on-site parking. Grab a coffee, find a spot on the grass, and make yourself at home.
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Good to know
Is there a kids play area at Cornerstone Stores in Tugun?
Yes. Our backyard has a large lawn and sandstone rock seating where kids can play, with plenty of room for parents to sit nearby with a coffee from Stable.
Can I have a coffee or a drink on the lawn?
Yes. Grab a coffee or a drink from Stable and enjoy it on the lawn or the sandstone seating. It is a favourite spot in the late afternoon.
Are dogs allowed in the backyard?
Yes. Cornerstone Stores is dog friendly, and dogs are welcome on the lawn. Please keep them on a lead.
Where is Cornerstone Stores?
570 Gold Coast Highway, Tugun QLD 4224, directly opposite Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Open seven days with free on-site parking.
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